8 On The Break

Eight On The Break (The Break) at 340–346 North Ave in Dunellen, NJ is a longtime family-run arcade and snack bar operating since 1973 and widely cited as the oldest continuously run arcade in the U.S. The venue pairs affordable counter food and pool tables with a diverse selection of arcade cabinets—especially rhythm, shooter and fighting games—hosts regular tournaments, and maintains a rotating collection of 11 pinball machines (current list: 660, 907, 675, 3800, 2165, 707, 744, 3269, 641, 875, 3416), making it a popular, well-reviewed destination for local gamers and nostalgia seekers.